The average driver in South Dakota pays about $1,158 a year for full coverage — about 19% less than the US average of $1,438. That ranks South Dakota #40 of 51 states (mid-pack). The car you drive then shifts it: a cheap-to-insure model can land near $556, a high-loss one well over $8,528.
South Dakota insurance cost by coverage
Average South Dakota premium split by coverage type — liability is required, full coverage adds collision + comprehensive.
Minimum car insurance required in South Dakota
South Dakota legally requires at least 25/50/25 in liability coverage — $25,000 bodily injury per person, $50,000 per accident, and $25,000 property damage. Uninsured-motorist coverage is required. These are legal minimums — most drivers carry more to fully protect themselves. Buying used here? Check the car first — look it up by its South Dakota license plate.
Minimum coverage is the cheapest to buy, but it may not cover a serious crash — full coverage adds collision and comprehensive for your own car.
Cheapest cars to insure in South Dakota
Estimated annual premium in South Dakota, cheapest first — state average × each car's real HLDI loss index. See the full cheapest cars to insure nationally.
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South Dakota insurance cost by year
South Dakota premiums are up about +24% since 2019. Average South Dakota premium by year:
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Car insurance cost in South Dakota's largest cities
Rates vary within South Dakota by city and ZIP — dense metros like Sioux Falls run above the state average, while smaller towns run below. Estimated typical premium in South Dakota's biggest cities:
| City | Est. typical / yr | vs state avg |
|---|---|---|
| Sioux Falls | $1,274/yr | +10% urban |
| Rapid City | $1,239/yr | +7% urban |
| Aberdeen | $1,216/yr | +5% urban |
| Brookings | $1,204/yr | +4% urban |
| Watertown | $1,181/yr | +2% urban |
City figures are estimates — urban areas trend above the state average; your exact rate depends on your ZIP, car and record. Use the calculator above for your specific car.
South Dakota car insurance — frequently asked
How much is car insurance in South Dakota?
The average is about $1,158/yr ($97/mo) for full coverage — 19% below the US average. Your exact rate depends on your car, age and record.
What is the minimum car insurance required in South Dakota?
South Dakota requires at least 25/50/25 liability — $25,000 bodily injury per person, $50,000 per accident and $25,000 property damage, plus uninsured-motorist coverage.
Is car insurance expensive in South Dakota?
South Dakota ranks #40 of 51 states (mid-pack). At $1,158/yr it is below the national average of $1,438.
What is the cheapest car to insure in South Dakota?
On our data, low-loss models like the Chevrolet Express are cheapest to insure in South Dakota — around $556/yr.
How much is car insurance per month in South Dakota?
About $97/month for a typical car with full coverage — less for cheap-to-insure models, more for high-performance ones.